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The Importance of Music Education in Primary Schools

The importance of music education in primary schools cannot be overstated. It plays a vital role in children’s development, bringing joy while shaping cognitive, emotional, and social skills. The UK’s National Plan for Music Education (NPME) emphasizes the need for every child to access high-quality music education from an early age, highlighting its essential role…

Being a New PSHE Education Coordinator

What Is PSHE Education and Why Does It Matter? Being a new lead for any subject is a challenge but the role of PSHE education coordinator can often feel overwhelming initially. Firstly, what does it mean? PSHE stands for Personal, Social, Health and Economic, therefore we really should add the word ‘education’ after ‘PSHE’ for…

The Significance of Diwali: A Festival of Lights

Diwali: The Festival of Lights and Its Significance Diwali, known as the “Festival of Lights”, is one of the most important and widely celebrated festivals for Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs. This vibrant festival takes place annually over five days, usually between October and November, marking the start of the Hindu New Year. The exact dates…

Celebrating World Mental Health 2025 in Schools

World Mental Health Day, observed annually on October 10th, is an important reminder of the significance of mental well-being in all sectors, including education. This year the theme is “Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies,” and highlights the urgent need to ensure mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) reaches people affected by conflict, disaster, and…

Black History Month: Standing Firm in Power and Pride

Every October, the UK marks Black History Month, a chance to pause, reflect, and celebrate the richness, resilience, and achievements of Black people, both here and across the world. This year’s theme, “Standing Firm in Power and Pride,” is a powerful reminder to recognise the strength, dignity, and influence of Black communities in shaping not…

What the New Ofsted Toolkit Means for EAL Pupils

Ofsted’s new State-Funded School Inspection Toolkit (coming into effect in November 2025), alongside guidance from organisations such as The Bell Foundation, sets out clearer expectations for how schools support pupils who speak English as an Additional Language (EAL). Here’s what you need to know: Recognise Every Language Counts: Inspectors expect leaders and teachers to value…

Effective use of technology to support adaptive teaching

Unlock the full potential of technology in your school. If you’re looking to build staff confidence, introduce new systems or review current practice – we can help. Choose from: Whole-school training – to build a shared foundation and understanding of the use of ICT. Targeted support – for specific year groups, mixed age groups or curriculum…

SEND Register Review- Maximising available school resources to support pupils at SEND K

This training helps SENDCOs make the most of limited time and resources while meeting the needs of as many pupils as possible. You will learn practical ways to provide support efficiently, ensuring adjustments are meaningful and effective. The course shows how to identify which interventions have the greatest impact and how to prioritise pupils who…

Ensuring quality first teaching includes neurodiverse pupils

‘These sessions help teachers grow their knowledge and confidence to support neurodiverse pupils. Neurodiversity means that people think, learn, and process information in different ways. In this course, you will learn what it means to be neurodiverse and how this can shape a pupil’s experience in school. The sessions explore ways to make your classroom…

Inside the Sensory World, Environments That Help Children Thrive

In the Early Years, every child is discovering who they are and how they learn. Some children may be curious explorers, others quiet observers. Some may need extra time, sensory support, or communication tools to help them thrive. Our role as early years practitioners is to create environments where all children feel safe, valued, and able to…